Thurlow Terrace Stormwater Sewer Separation Project
Albany
Summary
July's record storm flooded a pump station and collapsed a storm sewer, costing $1 million in unbudgeted repairs. The department is moving equipment out of the floodplain and using smart valves to boost capacity, but a full fix would mean replacing every sewer in the city.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 2
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Sep 25, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
July flood repairs alone cost $1 million; the new capital contingency is meant to absorb such emergencies.
Residents with flooded basements and neighborhoods prone to storm flooding gain from added capacity.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Finance, Assessment and Taxation Committee - Oct 29, 2026
July's record storm flooded a pump station and collapsed a storm sewer, costing $1 million in unbudgeted repairs. The department is moving equipment out of the floodplain and using smart valves to boost capacity, but a full fix would mean replacing every sewer in the city.
Water Board (Regular) - Oct 23, 2026
The board reviewed contract modifications including a cost reduction change order and a new engineering task order for the Thurlow Terrace stormwater separation project.
Water Board (Regular) - Sep 25, 2026
The board considered awarding a major $3.2 million contract to separate stormwater and sewer systems in the Thurlow Terrace area, aimed at improving local infrastructure capacity.
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